# OU Kosher

> Lifestyle

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id491138771](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id491138771)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id491138771`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Orthodox Union
- **Category:** Lifestyle
- **Rating:** 4.10 / 5 (15 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-04
- **First published:** 2012-01-03
- **Size:** 32 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-05
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/ou-kosher/id491138771)
- **Website:** [http://www.ou.org/apps](http://www.ou.org/apps)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ou.org/privacy-policy/](https://www.ou.org/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The OU Kosher product search is much more than a guide to products that are certified by the OU. OU Kosher includes, Kosher for Passover products, product alerts, newly certified products and the OU Kosher question and general information hotline. Just tap on the hotline button and ask your question. Enjoy easy and direct access on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch to all of the Orthodox Union product’s information and other resources that will help you all year round.

## Rankings

- #292,396 — Overall

## Review summary

OU Kosher is viewed as a useful, compact, and resourceful app that many Jewish households rely on for quick kosher checks, Pesach guidance, and extra content like how-to videos and holiday customs. However, multiple users report stability problems, especially after updates, with crashes on startup and incompatibility with older iOS devices. Content gaps and occasional mislabeling are also noted, along with weak or slow user support. The app's value hinges on frequent, accurate updates and broader Sephardic coverage to satisfy a wider audience.

### Pros

- Useful and handy for checking kosher status.
- Compact, easy-to-use interface.
- Offers additional resources like how-to videos and holiday customs.
- Generally seen as a helpful resource for Pesach and everyday use.
- Regular updates help keep information current.

### Cons

- Frequent stability issues: crashes on startup or after updates.
- Data gaps or inaccuracies: items missing or mislabeled (e.g., pork rib labeled parve/OU) and outdated info.
- Limited or slow customer support: inquiries sometimes go unanswered.
- Incompatibility with older devices/OS versions: not supported on iOS 7, older iOS versions, and older iPads.
- Lack of Sephardic-focused classifications and broader community coverage.

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